Leslie Grant

Leslie Grant, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Teaching & Learning at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (UCCS), serving as Faculty Director for TESOL and Curriculum & Instruction. She holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics from Northern Arizona University (1994) and has extensive experience in ESL education, including roles at Central Michigan University (1995–2004) and Educational Testing Service (ETS) as a postdoctoral fellow. Her research focuses on language assessment, multicultural education, and TESOL pedagogy.

• Education: PhD in Applied Linguistics (Northern Arizona University, 1994), M.A. in Bilingual Multicultural Education, B.S. in Secondary Education (Spanish).
• Teaching: Courses include ESL/Multicultural Education, Literacy for Linguistically Diverse Learners, and Research Methods in Education.

Her research emphasizes culturally responsive teaching, language assessment design, and second language acquisition. Recent publications explore arts integration in classrooms and multilingualism in the U.S. She has received grants for projects like the TOEFL prototype validation and video-based listening comprehension tests.

• Awards: Tenure and promotion to Professor (2008), multiple teaching awards, and grants from the FRCE and FTPD programs.
• Service: Leadership roles in NRMERA, TESOL, and committees on diversity and educational innovation.